Decision details

Councillor Eamonn O’Brien the Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Finance and Growth, proposed that, in this unprecedented year, Councillor Tim Pickstone be appointed as Mayor for a second year. Members praised his attitude and understanding in a year that saw civic ceremonies take place digitally if at all.

Councillor O’Brien further proposed that the opportunity be taken to review the sequencing of Deputy Mayorship, and that Councillor Shaheena Haroon be appointed as Deputy Mayor for the forthcoming year. Members praised Cllr Haroon’s work in the borough, with communities and charities, and her position as a role model for so many.

These proposals had cross-party support from those present at the meeting.

Decision:

That Council be recommended to appoint Councillor Tim Pickstone as Mayor and Councillor Shaheena Haroon as Deputy Mayor for the Civic year 2021/22.